Car hires in New Haven, Connecticut

The majority of the New Haven car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in New Haven such as Budget, Avis, and National often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

Travellers who hire a car in New Haven should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 40 km/h. Suburban speed limits around New Haven are generally 120 km/h, whereas speed limits on motorways are 120 km/h. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

Those looking for a hire car in New Haven during the month of December should expect temperatures to be around 2 °C and should expect around 106 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Those looking to hire a car in New Haven for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in Connecticut during the month of December usually is around 0 °C with 101.5 mm of possible rain.

Prices for cars in New Haven refresh daily.

The number of operators available for cars in New Haven is 22 as of December 2024.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including New Haven. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in New Haven. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.